The Executive
Jamar Arthur-Selman
PresidentJamar Arthur-Selman is the current General Manager of Centralis (Barbados) Ltd. and the Barbados Branch Manager of CN Liquidity Management Switzerland AG. He is an Attorney-at-Law, business executive, and accredited director with 12 years of experience in the practice of corporate law, international tax, company management, and corporate governance, including seven (7) years of experience […]
Jamar Arthur-Selman
Jamar Arthur-Selman is the current General Manager of Centralis (Barbados) Ltd. and the Barbados Branch Manager of CN Liquidity Management Switzerland AG. He is an Attorney-at-Law, business executive, and accredited director with 12 years of experience in the practice of corporate law, international tax, company management, and corporate governance, including seven (7) years of experience as Chief Executive Officer of a large Corporate and Trust Service Provider in Barbados. Jamar, a Director of BIBA currently holds the position of President
Marlon Yarde
1st Vice PrsidentMarlon E. Yarde has been with the Barbados Stock Exchange Inc (BSE) and its subsidiary, the Barbados Central Securities Depository Inc. (BCSDI) since November 1, 2003. He currently holds the position of Managing Director of the BSE and the BCSDI. Mr. Yarde, an accountant by profession, became a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants […]
Marlon Yarde
Marlon E. Yarde has been with the Barbados Stock Exchange Inc (BSE) and its subsidiary, the Barbados Central Securities Depository Inc. (BCSDI) since November 1, 2003. He currently holds the position of Managing Director of the BSE and the BCSDI. Mr. Yarde, an accountant by profession, became a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Barbados in October 2006 and a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants Association of Canada in June 2009. Marlon is a Director of BIBA and currently holds the position of Treasurer.
Joanna Austin
2nd Vice PresidentJoanna M. Austin is a Senior Associate at Fraser Law, Attorneys-at-Law. Joanna advises local and international clients on corporate and commercial advisory matters including corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, insurance, regulation and compliance, banking and finance, capital markets, securities and environmental social governance matters. Joanna served as secretary of BIBA for the period 2022-2023 and […]
Joanna Austin
Joanna M. Austin is a Senior Associate at Fraser Law, Attorneys-at-Law.
Joanna advises local and international clients on corporate and commercial advisory matters including corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, insurance, regulation and compliance, banking and finance, capital markets, securities and environmental social governance matters.
Joanna served as secretary of BIBA for the period 2022-2023 and is currently the 2
nd Vice President for the period 2023-2024.
Sabrina Maynard
TreasurerSabrina Maynard is partner of the law firm of Clarke Gittens Farmer with over 12 years’ experience and a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years’ experience. Her professional experience involves advising local and international clients on a diverse range of matters including taxation, reorganisations, capital markets, securitisation, mergers, acquisitions, bankruptcy, and insolvency and pensions. She […]
Sabrina Maynard
Sabrina Maynard is partner of the law firm of Clarke Gittens Farmer with over 12 years’ experience and a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years’ experience. Her professional experience involves advising local and international clients on a diverse range of matters including taxation, reorganisations, capital markets, securitisation, mergers, acquisitions, bankruptcy, and insolvency and pensions. She currently sits on the Board of directors of BIBA as of June 29th, 2022.
Sharalee Gittens
SecretarySharalee Gittens is a Barbados Attorney-at-Law with 10+ years of professional experience in corporate and commercial law. Having spent the majority of her legal career in private practise, she has for the last 2 years acted as in-house counsel for the Scotiabank Barbados group which spans banking, insurance and securities. Sharalee is currently the Secretary […]
Sharalee Gittens
Sharalee Gittens is a Barbados Attorney-at-Law with 10+ years of professional experience in corporate and commercial law. Having spent the majority of her legal career in private practise, she has for the last 2 years acted as in-house counsel for the Scotiabank Barbados group which spans banking, insurance and securities. Sharalee is currently the Secretary of the BIBA Board of Directors.
WHO WE ARE
In 2020, we rebranded as “BIBA, the Association for Global Business” to signal that we embrace all companies in Barbados who service global markets, both domestic and international, and to align with Prime Minister Mottley's expressed goal to cement Barbados as a global business hub.BIBA has a current membership of over 140 companies drawn from Canada, the US, the UK, Latin America, and Europe, primarily in banking and wealth management, insurance, fintech, manufacturing, logistics, legal, accounting, tax, and corporate service providers, and many more.
Directors
Glenna Smith
DirectorGlenna Smith is Managing Director of Smith Compliance Consulting (SCC) Inc. in Barbados, a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) a director of the Caribbean Regional Compliance Association, and former President of the Barbados Association of Compliance Professionals. Glenna has gained wide and in-depth knowledge in financial crime, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance during 30 years […]
Glenna Smith
Glenna Smith is Managing Director of Smith Compliance Consulting (SCC) Inc. in Barbados, a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) a director of the Caribbean Regional Compliance Association, and former President of the Barbados Association of Compliance Professionals. Glenna has gained wide and in-depth knowledge in financial crime, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance during 30 years in financial services. She sits on the Board of Directors of BIBA and is the Chair of their Banking and Wealth Management Committee.
Connie Smith
DirectorConnie Smith is Managing Director of Tricor Group’s operations in Barbados, Tricor Caribbean. Prior to this, Connie was a Partner of Ernst & Young Caribbean. She is a governance, risk, and compliance professional with broad experience in the establishment and maintenance of corporate vehicles, particularly in Barbados and the British Virgin Islands. Connie is a […]
Connie Smith
Connie Smith is Managing Director of Tricor Group’s operations in Barbados, Tricor Caribbean. Prior to this, Connie was a Partner of Ernst & Young Caribbean. She is a governance, risk, and compliance professional with broad experience in the establishment and maintenance of corporate vehicles, particularly in Barbados and the British Virgin Islands. Connie is a Fellow of The Chartered Governance Institute in the United Kingdom, Chairman of the Barbados Branch of The Chartered Governance Institute, and a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She is currently a Director of BIBA and is the Chair of BIBA’s Business Facilitation Committee.
Lana Fingall
DirectorLana Fingall is the Senior Manager and Team Lead for the Scotiabank Offshore Banking Unit in Barbados. In this role, Lana and her team manage the International Business portfolio for Scotiabank Barbados. A career Banker with over 30 years of Banking experience she has acquired a wealth of knowledge and expertise in areas such as […]
Lana Fingall
Lana Fingall is the Senior Manager and Team Lead for the Scotiabank Offshore Banking Unit in Barbados. In this role, Lana and her team manage the International Business portfolio for Scotiabank Barbados. A career Banker with over 30 years of Banking experience she has acquired a wealth of knowledge and expertise in areas such as Retail Banking, Wealth Management, Private Banking and International Banking.
Lana is committed to delivering premium service levels and assisting clients in achieving their financial goals. She has also served on various committees and Boards over the years with a particular focus on the Youth and community.
Dionne Knight
DirectorDionne Knight is currently the Director, Actuarial Analysis and Reporting Controls at Manulife Re Barbados. She holds a BSc (Hons.) in Actuarial Science and Statistics from the University of Western Ontario. Dionne worked originally for Manulife from 2003-2008 in the P&C division before moving to Sagicor Life Inc. where she worked in various areas including […]
Dionne Knight
Dionne Knight is currently the Director, Actuarial Analysis and Reporting Controls at Manulife Re Barbados. She holds a BSc (Hons.) in Actuarial Science and Statistics from the University of Western Ontario.
Dionne worked originally for Manulife from 2003-2008 in the P&C division before moving to Sagicor Life Inc. where she worked in various areas including pricing, valuations, and pensions. She returned to Manulife in 2019, working in the life reinsurance division.
Dionne joined the BIBA Board as a Director in the 2022-2023 Administrative year.
Stephen Robinson
DirectorStephen Robinson is the Vice President of Pensions at Sagicor Life Inc and has worked with clients in Barbados, Belize, the Dutch Caribbean, and the Eastern Caribbean. Stephen has presented on a wide range of Pensions topics to industry groups, clients, and the general public and he is passionate about empowering people to make sound […]
Stephen Robinson
Stephen Robinson is the Vice President of Pensions at Sagicor Life Inc and has worked with clients in Barbados, Belize, the Dutch Caribbean, and the Eastern Caribbean. Stephen has presented on a wide range of Pensions topics to industry groups, clients, and the general public and he is passionate about empowering people to make sound financial decisions. He currently sits on the Board of directors as of June 29, 2022.
Christopher Gregory,
DirectorChristopher Gregory is a Co-Founder & Partner with FigTree Financial Group. Chris joined FigTree Financial in 2018 after spending eight years working in senior management roles in the Cayman Islands offshore banking industry, first with Republic Financial Holdings and then with NCB Financial Group. Chris has more than 15 years’ experience managing client investment portfolios. […]
Christopher Gregory,
Christopher Gregory is a Co-Founder & Partner with FigTree Financial Group. Chris joined FigTree Financial in 2018 after spending
eight years working in senior management roles in the Cayman Islands offshore banking industry, first with Republic Financial Holdings and then with NCB Financial Group. Chris has more than 15 years’ experience managing client investment portfolios. He specialises in
developing customised wealth management solutions and investment strategies for high-net-worth clients. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of BIBA.
Nikita Gibson
DirectorNikita Gibson is the Vice President of Clarity Life Insurance Ltd. and a Partner at Castalia Consulting Inc, companies registered in Barbados. Her experience ranges in the financial and insurance industries where she manages the expectations of shareholders, directors, and clients. Nikita is currently on the Board of Directors with BIBA and is the Chair […]
Nikita Gibson
Nikita Gibson is the Vice President of Clarity Life Insurance Ltd. and a Partner at Castalia Consulting Inc, companies registered in Barbados. Her experience ranges in the financial and insurance industries where she manages the expectations of shareholders, directors, and clients. Nikita is currently on the Board of Directors with BIBA and is the Chair of its Business Development Committee.
OUR GOALS
- To be the industry voice to the Barbados government and community.
- To provide a forum for exchanges of information and ideas among members.
- To ensure our members’ professional and personal interests are adequately served.
- To be the catalyst for creating and maintaining private and public sector unity in the effort to develop Barbados.
- To be an invaluable partner to the government and the people of Barbados in the development efforts of the country.
- To liaise with and facilitate the work of the relevant government ministries, statutory bodies, and other organizations involved in the development and regulation of international business in Barbados.
- To be an authority and major source of information on matters related to global business.
- To be a major point of contact for helpful advice and orientation of new investors to the island.